We’re Not Done with PB&J

From New Delhi to New York, heat is reshaping how we live—and who survives. In this episode, we discuss the risks of earlier onset of hotter weather across the globe, impacts of heat on physical and mental health, and ways to stay safe.

In this episode, we discuss the hidden contaminants in everyday foods.  A quick rinse or cooking food won’t always remove the harmful substances that have been found in food, based on the latest scientific reports.  Learn about some of the riskiest foods and how to make them safer for all members of your family—from infants to adults.

From smoothies that spike your meds to black box warnings your pharmacist might not mention, in this episode, we discuss drug interactions. Backed by 2025 research and U.S. Food and Drug Administration warnings, listeners should research potential adverse reactions with the timing and combination of food, supplements, and over the counter medications with their prescription medicine.  Your health could be impacted in ways some doctors forget to mention.

In this episode, we discuss the curious, hilarious, and head-scratching health oddities that occur as we grow older. Genetics and the aging process had us asking ourselves “WTF is going on here?”.  You might have the same question.

When life starts to settle, a new call to care arrives. In this episode, we discuss the emotional and unexpected journey of caregiving.  We talk about caregiving’s personal toll, tips, and resources when responsibilities and routines shift from your own household to a loved one who suddenly needs you as their lifeline.

U.S. social security retirement benefits are monies earned by workers with every paycheck and set aside by the federal government. This episode challenges the stigma of the word “entitlement,” unpacks the FICA tax system, and explains why calling Social Security a “handout” is inaccurate.  Social Security’s system that dictates how much money is earned by workers is complex and confusing.

Love in the modern world isn’t what it used to be. In this episode, we discuss marriage, our personal lessons from past relationships, the red flags connected to online dating scams, and the fallacy of finding a perfect partner when perfection is just a fairy tale.

Rising temperatures bring dangerous microbes, lurking parasites, toxic plants, and dangerous insects, all waiting for an opportunity to attack.  Join us as we discuss the risk that come with the warmer months and how to stay safe.